Training camp: Seahawks quarterbacks talk about three-way battle

The Seahawks on Tuesday wrapped up the first four days of training camp as they start preparing for the 2012 season. Of course, the three-way competition for starting quarterback is still the biggest storyline for the Seahawks, but there have been other interesting developments.

Quarterback Matt Flynn rears back to throw a pass as QBs Russell Wilson (3) and Tarvaris Jackson (7) look on during drills Tuesday at the VMAC in Renton. (Ted S. Warren/AP Photo)

For one, the Hawks on Tuesday signed wide receiver Braylon Edwards, who played for the San Francisco 49ers last season until he was released in December, having battled injuries all season. He caught 15 passes for 181 yards and no touchdowns last year, and had 53 catches for 904 yards and seven touchdowns with the Jets in 2009.

The Seahawks invited him to an extended tryout before training camp, but last week signed WR Antonio Bryant instead. This week, however, head coach Pete Carroll decided he needed another receiver, and invited Edwards back to Seattle.

“Braylon worked out really well for us a week ago,” Carroll said Tuesday. “So we had him in mind that he might be a guy that could help us if we got a shot to get him here. He responded to it well, I know he’s a great aggressive football player. … He’s in here to see how far he can take it and we’re happy to have him. ”

Meanwhile, the quarterback competition continues among newly-signed Matt Flynn, incumbent Tarvaris Jackson and freshly-drafted rookie Russell Wilson. The three of them spent the past four days at the VMAC in Renton splitting their reps, as the coaches get a grasp of each of their abilities.

Flynn and Wilson have been turning lots of heads, but Carroll said he’s seeing from new stuff from Jackson.

“Last time we were together he was coming off of a terrible injury, and has shown great courage and toughness and all that, but he hadn’t been right. So we needed to get him back out here and see what he looks like,” Carroll said.

“What’s so exciting is he’s quicker, he’s niftier than he’s been, and he’s in great shape. He came in to win this job, as did both the other guys, too. I’m getting a feel for where he is. So that’s important, and we will weigh that into the whole discussion as we go further.”

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Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll observes the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll observes the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch carries the ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch carries the ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks fans watch from cushy chairs in a VIP tent on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks fans watch from cushy chairs in a VIP tent on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks fans watch from cushy chairs in a VIP tent on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks fans watch from cushy chairs in a VIP tent on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin waits to talk to reporters following the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin waits to talk to reporters following the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks fans watch the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks fans watch the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin waits to talk to reporters following the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin waits to talk to reporters following the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks fan Ken Winterbottom, of Everett, Wash., sports a Seahawks tattoo as he watches the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks fan Ken Winterbottom, of Everett, Wash., sports a Seahawks tattoo as he watches the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Ricardo Lockette reacts to the cheers of the crowd on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Ricardo Lockette reacts to the cheers of the crowd on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Bobby Wagner signs autographs on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' Bobby Wagner signs autographs on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Brandon Mebane (92), Chris Clemons (91), and Clinton McDonald (69) walk off the field following the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks' Brandon Mebane (92), Chris Clemons (91), and Clinton McDonald (69) walk off the field following the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP ... more

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Seattle Seahawks Earl Thomas is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp with a practice jersey that says "Thomas III," Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. During the regular season, he wears game jerseys that just say "Thomas." (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks Earl Thomas is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp with a practice jersey that says "Thomas III," Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. During the regular season, he wears ... more

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Seattle Seahawks Chris Clemons is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks Chris Clemons is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks Richard Sherman is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks Richard Sherman is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Kellen Winslow (82) looks to catch the ball as Jeron Johnson defends at right, on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Kellen Winslow (82) looks to catch the ball as Jeron Johnson defends at right, on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP ... more

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Kellen Winslow makes a catch on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Kellen Winslow makes a catch on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Kellen Winslow makes a catch on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Kellen Winslow makes a catch on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks Chris Clemons is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks Chris Clemons is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin, right, talks with Chris Clemons on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin, right, talks with Chris Clemons on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin watches from the sideline on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin watches from the sideline on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks Leon Washington runs on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks Leon Washington runs on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks Chris Clemons is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks Chris Clemons is shown on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks tackle Breno Giacomini (68) looks to block as quarterback Tavaris Jackson passes on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks tackle Breno Giacomini (68) looks to block as quarterback Tavaris Jackson passes on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. ... more

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Flynn passes on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Flynn passes on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Sydney Rice runs the ball on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Sydney Rice runs the ball on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks center Max Unger calls out to teammates on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks center Max Unger calls out to teammates on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Flynn drinks water on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Flynn drinks water on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks tackle Edawn Coughman stretches on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks tackle Edawn Coughman stretches on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks tackle Edawn Coughman stretches on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks tackle Edawn Coughman stretches on the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Fans get autographs from Seattle Seahawks' Robert Turbin, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Fans get autographs from Seattle Seahawks' Robert Turbin, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll observes the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll observes the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Robert Turbin carries the ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' Robert Turbin carries the ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks guard Deuce Lutui (72) takes part in practice drills, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks guard Deuce Lutui (72) takes part in practice drills, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Breno Giacomini, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Breno Giacomini, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted ... more

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin signs autographs, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin signs autographs, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Fans watch the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Fans watch the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Frank Omiyale, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Frank Omiyale, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. ... more

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Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch runs around a trash can during a drill as quarterback Josh Portis looks on at right, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch runs around a trash can during a drill as quarterback Josh Portis looks on at right, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football ... more

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Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch runs around a trash can during a drill as quarterback Josh Portis looks on at right, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch runs around a trash can during a drill as quarterback Josh Portis looks on at right, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football ... more

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Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll observes the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll observes the first day of NFL football training camp, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch carries the ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch carries the ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Frank Omiyale, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Frank Omiyale, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. ... more

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Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Frank Omiyale, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Frank Omiyale, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. ... more

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, center, is blocked by tackle Breno Giacomini (68) while trying to disrupt the passing of quarterback Tavaris Jackson, right, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of their NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, center, is blocked by tackle Breno Giacomini (68) while trying to disrupt the passing of quarterback Tavaris Jackson, right, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first ... more

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A fan holds up a miniature football helmet at right as Seattle Seahawks' defensive end Red Bryant signs autographs, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

A fan holds up a miniature football helmet at right as Seattle Seahawks' defensive end Red Bryant signs autographs, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP ... more

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Seattle Seahawks' rookie running back Robert Turbin carries the ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' rookie running back Robert Turbin carries the ball, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Frank Omiyale, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Bruce Irvin, right, is blocked by tackle Frank Omiyale, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson passes as John Moffitt, center left, blocks, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of the NFL football team's training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson passes as John Moffitt, center left, blocks, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of the NFL football team's training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. ... more

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, (3) looks on as quarterback Tavaris Jackson, right, passes the ball on Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of NFL football training camp in Ernton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, (3) looks on as quarterback Tavaris Jackson, right, passes the ball on Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of NFL football training camp in Ernton, Wash. (AP ... more

Seattle Seahawks quarterbacks Tavaris Jackson, left, Matt Flynn, center, and Russell Wilson, right, stand together on Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks quarterbacks Tavaris Jackson, left, Matt Flynn, center, and Russell Wilson, right, stand together on Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. ... more

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Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) runs the ball past rookie linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) on Saturday, July 28, 2012, on their first day of NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) runs the ball past rookie linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) on Saturday, July 28, 2012, on their first day of NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP ... more

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Seattle Seahawks running back Robert Turbin signs autographs, Saturday, July 28, 2012, following the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks running back Robert Turbin signs autographs, Saturday, July 28, 2012, following the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks quarterbacks Tavaris Jackson (7), Matt Flynn (15) and Josh Portis (2) take part in an agility drill, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks quarterbacks Tavaris Jackson (7), Matt Flynn (15) and Josh Portis (2) take part in an agility drill, Saturday, July 28, 2012, on the first day of Seattle Seahawks NFL football training camp. ... more

Seattle Seahawks defensive line coach Todd Wash calls to his players as they take part in practice drills, Monday, July 30, 2012, at NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks defensive line coach Todd Wash calls to his players as they take part in practice drills, Monday, July 30, 2012, at NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll walks on the field as his team takes part in practice drills, Monday, July 30, 2012, at NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll walks on the field as his team takes part in practice drills, Monday, July 30, 2012, at NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Ricardo Lockette carries the ball as he takes part in practice drills, Monday, July 30, 2012, at NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

Seattle Seahawks' Ricardo Lockette carries the ball as he takes part in practice drills, Monday, July 30, 2012, at NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren)

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Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin tries to get past the blocking of Seahawks' Alex Barron, left, and Kellen Winslow, center, as they take part in practice drills, Monday, July 30, 2012, at NFL football training camp in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) less

Seattle Seahawks' Bruce Irvin tries to get past the blocking of Seahawks' Alex Barron, left, and Kellen Winslow, center, as they take part in practice drills, Monday, July 30, 2012, at NFL football training ... more

The Seahawks on Tuesday also released wide receiver Cameron Kenney and kicker Carson Wiggs. Along with Edwards, the Seahawks also signed tight end Cooper Helfet.

Here are some selected quotes from Flynn, Jackson and Wilson as they spoke to reporters throughout the past few days.

Matt Flynn, quarterback (July 28):

On competing for the starting QB job: Well, I have always competed and I am always trying to get better. This is obviously a different situation — my previous four years, I knew I wasn’t competing to be a starter. You know, it’s exciting. It’s an exciting time. This is what everybody in the NFL dreams of: to be a starter. So that’s what I’m going to compete to do. …

It seems like my whole career in football, from high school and college, I’ve always been competing. Every year I have never had a year off where I haven’t been competing. So I am used to it, I understand the process. I understand the mental process you take for yourself when you’re in a competition. I’m comfortable with it and it’s something I have been through. …

I think in training camp it’s most important to look ahead. Really you have to take it one day at a time. One slice at a time. Because if you start thinking about the first pre-season game or what’s going to happen at the end of training camp, that’s when you start to falling into mind-traps. You have to really take it day by day.

On the timeline of the QB competition: You know that’s (the coaches’) job; that’s for them to decide. You talk to any of us we will all say we want more reps. Like I said, the more you get, the better you feel. You know, we understand the Seahawks are based on competition. We understand also that it is going to bring the best out of us. I think we are all embracing it. And we are all trying to get the most out of it we can.

On those who are skeptic of his QB abilities: I mean, people watching that aren’t a part of it they are always going to pick. They are always going to pick this guy might not be as fast. This guy’s taller. This guy has weaker or stronger arm. Whatever it is. When it all comes down to it you have to be smart and accurate. That’s the main objective of the quarterback.

On how he’s doing learning the Seahawks offense: I have spent a lot of time in the playbook. I spent a lot of time studying and it’s not that much different than my offense was in Green Bay. Terminology is a little different and some different things to it. But overall it’s the same thing in general. You know, I spent a lot of time and I feel very comfortable.

Tarvaris Jackson, quarterback (July 29):

On the progression of the QB competition: I’ve never been in a three-way competition before, but, I mean, it is what it is right now. So just take it, take it how it is. You can tell Matt (Flynn) has been in a good system, he knows the system. He’s a very sharp guy. As for Russell (Wilson), for a rookie, he’s pretty much got a good grasp of everything; he’s a hard worker. So we got some good guys. I have been with Josh (Portis) for a whole year now, so we’re familiar with each other.

On the pressure of proving himself with fewer reps: In a three-way competition, you know, the reps are very limited. Even being in a two-way quarterback competition— going with different guys you can’t really get familiar with the same guys. It’s a lot different, but you know it’s the situation and you’ve got to make the best of it. …

You just have to make the best of any opportunity you get. Any rep I’m in, even if it’s just handing the football off, I have to make the best of it. …

You’ve just got to stay focused. You might go in there for two or three, and you might not throw a ball for another 30 minutes. You got to make sure you’re ready, you got to stay focused and keep your head into it.

Russell Wilson, quarterback (July 30):

On the three-way QB competition: Well, it’s definitely exciting. We have a lot of talent at the quarterback position. It’s exciting because we have threats at the receiver position, tight end position and running back position, and the offensive line was really good as well. …

I don’t worry about it at all. I’m blessed to have this opportunity and whenever my name is called I’m ready to go. And that’s the way I have to be with every opportunity I get. Like I said earlier, the key is execute. The key is helping other team guys in the huddle be better and improve and just be sharp every time we break that huddle.

On taking every rep very seriously: Well, that’s the way I always play. That’s the way you have to play the quarterback position, especially in the National Football League. You have to play one play at a time and stay focused on the now and just execute. That’s the goal: Just execute one play at a time and see how many great plays you can put together.

On the pressure he feels as a rookie: You know, it’s not pressure. I do put a lot on myself. Every time I get a chance, I stay extra, get here early. In my mind, I’m getting ready for a long, long season. I have to be prepared in every single way there is. Knowing all the routes, knowing all the protections, knowing all the defenses, knowing all the defensive fronts. That’s what I’m trying to continue to learn and continue to grow with, but I don’t look at is a pressure. I look at is as an opportunity, and that’s the way you have to look at it. Every time my name is called to get on the practice field is an opportunity, and so that’s the way I have to be focused in. And each opportunity that I get, my goal is to execute. …

You know, I’ve been through a lot in my life. My dad passing away, with me going to N.C. State and then having to transfer to Wisconsin and having an unbelievable experience there as well, playing professional baseball. I’ve had tons of opportunities, tons of blessings in my life, and tons of ups and downs as well. I take everything as a grain of salt and just try to keep moving, try to be positive every single morning I wake up, every time I get out on the practice field. I try to remain poised as possible. When things are going well, try to stay even-keeled; when things aren’t going well, stay even-keeled. That’s the same way I play on game day and that’s the key.

On whether he expected to be in the running for starting QB: Well, I know that they were definitely interested in me, obviously, because they drafted me. But no matter what the situation was, I’m going to come in and compete, no matter what. That’s my mentality. That’s how I have been raised my entire life: to put my best foot forward every time. That’s why I’m playing in the National Football League. You know, everybody competes, and so like I said earlier, I’m just blessed to have this opportunity. I just want to keep going with it — learn something every single day, improve every single day. There are going to be some ups and downs, but just to keep going, keep going, forward, keep taking those steps forward, keep going, keep going up.

On getting help from the veterans: Well, it’s been great because to be out here with guys who’ve played in the National Football League and have excelled at a very, very high level and talk to them about their routes, try to figure out what you’re going to do here — if it’s man, or this guy is on this leverage and it’s zone, what are you thinking? And that’s how you have to talk to them, because you never know when your name will be called to be out on the field. And if Kellen (Winslow) is out there I have to know what he’s going to do in the red zone, if it’s third down or Sidney Rice. So you have to connect with them and communicate as much as you can in the film room, out in the field and in the locker room, as well.